Cantine Leonardo da Vinci
Vitruviano Governo all'Uso Toscano 2024
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 70% Sangiovese, 30% Merlot |
| Aging | In January/early February, the dried grapes are added to the blend, which will continue to mature in steel tanks for a further 3 months. |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vitruviano Governo all’Uso Toscano by Leonardo da Vinci is a red wine with a deep purple hue, an authentic expression of the Tuscan region. This blend of Sangiovese and Merlot comes to life through the ancient technique of Governo all’uso toscano. On the nose, it offers clear notes of cherry and aromas of dried small red fruits. On the palate, it reveals itself as a full-bodied and balanced wine, characterised by an elegant finish, ideal for accompanying roast meats and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes are grown in the territories of Vinci and the neighbouring municipalities in the province of Florence. The vineyards thrive at a moderate altitude, with roots sinking into alluvial soils dating back to the Pliocene. The particular structure of the soil, notably rich in shells, ensures optimal nourishment for the vines. This precious geological base gives the grapes a distinct territorial character, guaranteeing a harmonious and well-defined structure in every sip.
How it is produced
The harvest involves traditional picking alongside prolonged withering on the vine. The grapes ferment in steel tanks at a controlled temperature for at least seven days. Afterwards, vine-dried grapes are integrated, following the Governo method. Maturation in steel for three months harmonises the overall structure, defining an aromatic clarity that preserves the integrity of the original fruit.
History and Curiosities
Born from the experience of the Leonardo da Vinci Wineries, founded in 1961, this wine pays tribute to the genius of the Vitruvian Man and the historic Florentine lands. Its soul lies in the Governo all’uso toscano Method, a centuries-old practice based on the drying of grapes. Under the guidance of Riccardo Pucci, the integration of dried grapes into the blend enhances the flavours of the land, offering a glass in perfect balance between history, passion and winemaking mastery.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1961
- Oenologist: Riccardo Pucci
- Bottles produced: 5.000.000
- Hectares: 750
The original headquarters, restructured and enlarged, are still the operative centre today. The winery is situated in the borough of Vinci, just 5 kilometres from the birthplace of the world famous artist and inventor Leonardo.
The co-operative takes its name from the great man, paying homage to the mind of the man who was universally recognised as a genius and to emphasise its deep-rooted bond with the territory, the same bond which Leonardo felt and whose surname is specifically associated with the village where he was born on 15 April 1452.
Today, Cantine Leonardo da Vinci is a pioneering co-operative, innovative and modern, which relies on the work and grape production of its 160 members. Read more
| Name | Leonardo da Vinci Vitruviano Governo all'Uso Toscano 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 70% Sangiovese, 30% Merlot |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Cantine Leonardo da Vinci |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born from the experience of the Leonardo da Vinci Wineries, founded in 1961, this wine pays tribute to the genius of the Vitruvian Man and the historic Florentine lands. Its soul lies in the Governo all’uso toscano Method, a centuries-old practice based on the drying of grapes. Under the guidance of Riccardo Pucci, the integration of dried grapes into the blend enhances the flavours of the land, offering a glass in perfect balance between history, passion and winemaking mastery. |
| Origin | Vinci and neighbouring municipalities (Florence) |
| Soil composition | Pliocene alluvial deposits, rich in shells |
| Cultivation system | Mainly Guyot, but also spur-pruned cordon and, for older vineyards, Tuscan bow |
| Harvest | Dal 20 settembre al 10 ottobre (appassimento in vigna dal 10 al 30 ottobre) |
| Fermentation temperature | 27 °C |
| Fermentation | At least 7 days |
| Production technique | Governo all'uso toscano method (drying in the vineyard and addition of dried grapes to the blend) |
| Wine making | Fermentation in stainless steel containers at a controlled temperature of 27°C for at least 7 days; Sangiovese and Merlot grapes vinified separately and blended in November; addition of dried grapes in January/early February and maturation in steel tanks for a further 3 months. |
| Aging | In January/early February, the dried grapes are added to the blend, which will continue to mature in steel tanks for a further 3 months. |
| Year production | 5000000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |